Join Us at the MC 2025 Open Enrollment and Benefits Fairs: October 21–November 8Explore health plan options, access wellness resources, seek financial advice, and connect with vendors for personalized support at our campus Benefits Fairs.
- Rockville: Wednesday, October 23, 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
- Takoma Park/Silver Spring: Thursday, October 24, 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
- Central Services: Wednesday, October 30, 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
- Germantown: Thursday, October 31, 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
Interested in learning more about our benefits and retirement process at Montgomery College? Sign up for one of the following sessions and have the opportunity to ask your questions.
- Tuesday, October 29, 3:30 p.m., Register here.
- Friday, November 1, 11:30 a.m., Register here.
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Join Us to Learn About the Professional Development Leave ProgramThe Professional Development Leave program is available to staff, department chairs, and administrators for a duration of three months or one semester, with full pay. To qualify, staff and administrators must have been employed at Montgomery College for at least three consecutive years, while department chairs must have completed three full years of their term. For more details on eligibility, purpose, and responsibilities, please visit the Professional Development Opportunities webpage.
If you’re interested in the application process or plan to apply this year, we encourage you to attend one (1) of the following information sessions:
Professional Development Leave Information Sessions
- Friday, October 25, 2–3:30 p.m. Join here.
- Friday, November 1, 2–3:30 p.m. Join here.
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MC Wellness UpdatesJoin us for a series of wellness events this fall, including flu shot clinics and resources to help manage election-related stress. Celebrate the season with our exciting Halloween festivities designed to promote fun and fitness.
Kaiser Mobile Health Van Flu Shot Clinics
The Kaiser Mobile Health Van will be on campus each day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to offer free flu vaccines for all MC employees, retirees, spouses, and students.
- Germantown: Thursday, October 31
- Takoma Park/Silver Spring: Monday, November 11
Take Care of Yourself During Election Season
The upcoming election season can be stressful for many. Feelings of anxiety, worry, and uncertainty are common. Here are some resources to navigate this time:
Howl-O-Ween Bash: Line Dancing, Catwalk, Yoga, and More
Enjoy Halloween festivities on each MC campus at these fun‑filled events.
- Takoma Park/Silver Spring: Monday, October 28, Halloween Cardio Strength Circuit Class with Rita in P4, 3:45 p.m.
- Germantown: Tuesday, October 29, Halloween-themed yoga in PK 106, 12:15 p.m.
- Central Services: Thursday, October 31, Line dancing and costume catwalk, 3:30 p.m.
- Rockville: Thursday, October 31, Halloween-themed yoga in SC 417, 12:15 p.m.
Managing Your Emotions in the Workplace, Wednesday, November 6, noon–1 p.m.
Join us for a session on effectively managing your emotions at work. This session will be recorded for future viewing, so please register to receive the session link and recording. Register here.
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Athenaeum Symposia Speaker Series and Annual Bella Mischkinsky Lecture
Join us for a screening of A Pocketful of Miracles: A Tale of Two Siblings on Monday, October 28, at 7 p.m., followed by an engaging lecture, “Digging Up the Family’s Past: A Road to Reconciliation,” by filmmaker Aviva Kempner on Tuesday, October 29, from 12:30 to 2 p.m. in Globe Hall, Germantown Campus.
Please register for the film screening here.
Berlin-born filmmaker Aviva Kempner recounts her mother’s and uncle’s extraordinary journeys before and during World War II. From their idyllic Jewish upbringing in Poland to their heartwarming reunion after surviving the Holocaust, this moving documentary concludes with the remarkable lives they forged in America as painter Helen Ciesla Covensky and philanthropist David Chase.
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TIAA-CREF Financial Advisor Is Coming to the College
TIAA is visiting campus for you to meet with Chelsea Stepchuk, our financial advisor for TIAA Retirement Services. She will discuss your current account and assist with any questions you may have.
Schedule an in-person consultation:
- Tuesday, October 29. Register here.
- Wednesday, November 13. Register here.
RSVP with a representative by calling 800-732-8353, weekdays from
8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
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| Important Dates Friday, October 25“Office 365 Accessibility Tools and Features for Enhancing Student Productivity,”
9–10 a.m., in Workday.
“Open Discussion: Changes to ADA and Title II,” 9–10 a.m., in Workday.
Saturday, October 26Timesheets for non-exempt (hourly) employees and Period Activity Pay for all part‑time faculty and WDCE instructors are due in Workday by noon.
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- American Sign Language Instructor Part-Time Faculty
- Electrician
- Refugee Training Center ESOL Instructor Part-Time Faculty
- Project Manager I
- Public Safety Officer II (OFC)
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Visit Careers at MC to view the current academic and staff openings.
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Workday Support for Employees
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Become a Contributor for Employee MattersAre you interested in submitting an employee-related article for publication or becoming a regular columnist for Employee Matters?
We’d love to collaborate with you and hear your story. Please submit your article to Tiffani Smith, Fridays by noon.
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Emergency Evacuation Accommodation In the event of an emergency, all employees should have an emergency evacuation plan. Those needing assistance during an evacuation due to a disability should inform their employers and building managers to aid in the planning process.
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MC Wellness classes are FREE for employees, their spouses, and retirees. MC Wellness features weekly fitness classes, challenges, special events, and more. To learn more, click here.
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Employee Matters Newsletter OnlineMiss an issue? Find current and previous issues of the Employee Matters newsletter, as well as other Human Resources and Strategic Talent Management (HRSTM) news and employee communications here.
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Join the MC Employees Facebook GroupStay in the know by joining the MC Employees Facebook group. This group is only open to Montgomery College employees and will require approval to join.
Join. Like. Comment. Share.
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